Tom Bombadil

fghhunter, we certainly must have crossed paths in Lanesboro as I passed the Riverside 4 or 5 times on Sunday evening. I rode to Preston on Sunday and Peterson on Monday. Attempted to get pie in Whalen but it was closed today. Not open again until after I leave. Had to settle for an excellent dish of butter pecan ice cream in Lanesboro.

Solveg, this is my first trip to this area. It exceeds my expectations.

As I noted above, I rode to Peterson & Whalen this morning. When I got back to Lanesboro I had put in 28.5 miles. Had my ice cream and decided to go for 40. My longest ride of the year has been only 32, after doing 5 40+ rides last year. So I headed back toward Preston again. Went about 2/3rds of the way before turning around. When I got back to my motel, the computer read 44.15 miles. Could have gone further but my rear was getting a bit sore. It took me 4 hours in the saddle (excluding stops) and that was long enough for today. Have to save something for riding tomorrow.

Browsed the bike shop in Lanesboro. They have a season-end clearance in progress. All bike stuff at 20%-30% off. Will have to pick up a few things. If I had more room in my car, I might buy another bike as they have some great prices. A Sun EZ-Sport CX bent is just $699.

Had a blast on my ride today. It felt good getting in a longer ride again. Wasn't sure I had it in me this year.